African Bermuda-grass (Cynodon Nlemfuensis) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cynodon nlemfuensis is a perennial, evergreen grass native to tropical Africa, known for its stoloniferous growth habit and use in forage and soil stabilization.

African Bermuda-grass

African Bermuda-grass

Cynodon Nlemfuensis

Cynodon nlemfuensis is a perennial, evergreen grass native to tropical Africa, known for its stoloniferous growth habit and use in forage and soil stabilization.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for African Bermuda-grass

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Cynodon